37 Kidnap Victims Freed in Katsina Peace Deal
37 kidnapped victims, including women and children, have been released in Katsina without ransom payment following successful peace negotiations with bandits in Bakori LGA.
37 kidnapped victims, including women and children, have been released in Katsina without ransom payment following successful peace negotiations with bandits in Bakori LGA.
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In a significant peace breakthrough, repentant bandits led by Alhaji Isiya Kwashen Garwa have released 45 captives in Katsina. This fulfills promises made during recent peace negotiations between communities and authorities.
Kaduna cleric Sheikh Gumi defends his controversial peace missions with bandits, revealing government officials accompany him and explaining the risks involved.
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Armed bandits stormed a girls' secondary school in Kebbi, killing a staff member and abducting 25 students. Security forces are combing forests to rescue the victims. #SchoolSafety #SecurityInNigeria
Armed bandits abducted 25 students from a girls' school in Kebbi State. One resident was killed. Security forces have launched a major search operation to rescue the victims.
Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, visits Faruruwa community following bandit attacks. He calls for expanded vigilance and support for security forces. Read more.
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Armed bandits killed 16 vigilante members and kidnapped over 40 residents in coordinated attacks across Mashegu LGA, Niger state. Communities deserted as security crisis deepens.
Bandits killed 16 vigilante members and kidnapped 42 residents in Mashegu LGA, Niger State. Communities deserted as attacks escalate. Read full details.
Nigerian Air Force intensifies operations, destroying a key terrorist logistics hub in Zamfara and conducting strikes in Borno, Kwara. Read the latest on Nigeria's security efforts.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana SAN urges Nigerians who paid ransom to kidnappers to sue the Federal Government for refunds, citing constitutional failure to protect citizens amid rising insecurity.
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